Student response was mixed on whether mum would be getting breakfast in bed, but pancakes seemed to be the go-to for those that were planning to cook.
Amaia Matahaere-Ratana, 7, was not having a bar of telling the Chronicle what she got her mum.
"I already got my mum a present because she's the bestest mum ever, but I don't want to say in case she finds out," she said.
"We're going to make some cards in class, but I don't know what I'm going to write."
For those who have not made plans yet, or maybe let the date slip their mind, there are still a few options remaining.
The Jennian Homes Mother's Day 5km fun run/walk starts at 10am at Virginia Lake and is open to all ages with tickets at $25 for adults and $15 for children under 14.
If that is not your thing, you can book in at any one of Whanganui's restaurants and cafes, the Cosmopolitan club for example is taking bookings.
